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Trump Admin Expands Hiring of Deportation Judges, Salaries Up to $207K
In October 2020 the DOJ aggressively recruited new immigration judges—dubbed “deportation judges”—with salaries up to $207,500 and temporary military appointees…
Communities Call for Release of Afghan Asylum Seekers Detained by ICE
Afghan ex-soldier Mohammad Ali Dadfar was detained Oct. 10 during Operation Midway Blitz and held at Greene County Jail despite…
Charlotte Raids Reveal Hollow Core of Trump Immigration Crackdown
Federal agents conducted a seven-day sweep in Charlotte, detaining roughly 250 people. Officials cited criminal records; local leaders criticized the…
Trump ends Somali TPS in Minnesota, but nationwide fallout grows
Trump announced an immediate end to TPS for Somalis in Minnesota, but DHS and legal experts say TPS is federal…
Air Traffic Controllers Reject $10,000 Bonus Amid Staffing Crisis
Controllers nationwide called a $10,000 retention bonus insulting as persistent understaffing, overtime, and outdated equipment strain safety. Shutdown-era retirements surged…
TSA Proposes $18 Fee for Travelers Without REAL ID or Passport
TSA proposes an $18 fee for passengers lacking compliant ID to use biometric kiosks that verify identity via live photos.…
Understanding ‘Dress with Respect’ on Planes: No Federal Mandate
A former official’s call to dress respectfully on planes prompted debate, yet federal rules remain unchanged. TSA focuses on security…
Florida’s Steady International Student Enrollment: Trends and Impacts
Florida’s international student population grew to nearly 45,000 in 2023–2024, up 5%, contributing about $1.5 billion annually. UF leads in…